Solicitor

About the role

This role involves a broad range of practice, including criminal law (sexual assault prosecutions, evidence law, victim participation), family law (particularly child safety matters arising from sexual abuse disclosures), and civil law (victims of crime compensation, Government complaints).

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, trauma-informed legal services to victim-survivors of sexual violence across Tasmania.
• Contribute to community legal education (CLE) workshops.
• Engage in law reform and lobbying submissions.
• Perform organisational and administrative tasks as required.

Requirements

• Experience in criminal law, family law, and civil law related to sexual violence.
• Knowledge of the intersection of legal and therapeutic responses to sexual violence.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Admission to the Victorian Bar or equivalent legal qualification.
• Experience working with victim-survivors of sexual violence.
• Experience in providing legal services in criminal, family, and civil law areas.

Skills

• Excellent research and analytical skills.
• Strong advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Effective problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.

Pay

The salary for this role is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule for this role is flexible to accommodate the needs of the victim-survivors and the organisation.